Bauchi governor denies rumours of leaving PDP for PRP
Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State has refuted claims that he plans to defect from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the People’s Redemption Party (PRP). The denial was issued by his media aide, Mukhtar Gidado, on June 5, 2025. The statement described the reports as false and aimed at misleading the public. It emphasized that Bala Mohammed remains committed to the PDP and has not considered joining another party.
Key takeaways
- Bala Mohammed’s media aide called the defection rumours “mischievous” and “a figment of the author’s imagination” on June 5, 2025.
- The governor has not made any moves or overtures to join the PRP and remains with the PDP.
- The statement criticized the PRP’s remarks as attention-seeking and stressed that silence could be misinterpreted as acceptance of falsehoods.
- Bala Mohammed’s leadership and achievements in Bauchi State were highlighted, including his electoral victories over the PRP.
- The rebuttal follows recent defections from the PDP by other governors, but Bala Mohammed urged supporters to remain vigilant and united.
